Tampa tackles injustices of the past, celebrates Dr. King’s message of moving forward
The streets of Tampa were filled with performers and paradegoers Monday in celebration of the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The joyous day of remembrance was shadowed for some who find it hard to ignore the city's painful history.
Hiss from a rose: Bronx Zoo lets you name a roach after loved one (or unloved one) for Valentine’s Day
A zoo in New York is hoping you’ll show someone you love them or loathe them by naming a cockroach in their honor on Valentine’s Day.
First baby of 2020 born in Austin wins a year of Torchy's Tacos
The family was given a gift basket and free taco money for a year's worth of tacos from Torchy's.
65,000 college students ring in New Year worshiping Jesus
(FOX NEWS) - It's not your typical college New Year's party — more than 65,000 young Christians gathering in an Atlanta stadium to kick off a new decade with worship, prayer and Bible teaching.
Bartow rings in the new year with its annual Christmas tree burn
There is no ball drop, not even a countdown. In one Polk County city, the new year is welcomed by torching old pine trees. The annual Christmas tree burn has been held in Bartow since 1936.
Tampa puts finishing touches on first NYE Booty Drop
A new year, a new decade, and new leadership at the city means a brand new New Year's Eve celebration in Tampa.
AAA offering free ‘Tow to Go’ service during New Year's celebrations
New Year's Eve is just one day away and, unfortunately, what should be a time for celebrating often becomes deadly. That's why AAA is offering people a safe ride home.
Texas man who transforms leftover Christmas trees into canes for veterans receives 1,000 donations
A central Texas man was overwhelmed by the response after he put out a call asking his local community to donate their leftover Christmas trees to him instead of throwing them out so that he could turn them into canes for veterans in need.
Mr. and Mrs. Clause welcome baby boy on Christmas Day
The Clause family welcomed little Lorenzo Luciano Clause on Dec. 25 at a hospital in Pennsylvania.
‘All is not lost in this world’: Garbage man leaves gift for toddler who waves at him every trash day
A garbage man gave a 2-year-old boy who waves at him on trash day a holiday surprise.
‘Bill Gates is my Secret Santa’: Michigan woman hits Christmas jackpot
Out of all the gifts, the woman said that Bill Gates's donation to the American Heart Foundation in her late mother's memory was the most special gift of all.
Wisconsin waitress gets $1,300 tip after valiant cancer fight alongside her sister
A group of 13 women gave a Wisconsin waitress a $1,300 trip after she battled cancer alongside her sister.
Nearly 1,000 cards sent from strangers to little girl coping with the loss of her brother
As a 10-year-old little girl deals with the loss of her little brother who died in a car crash nearly a year ago, more than 800 cards were sent from strangers to help her cope with his death.
Christmas Day means beach day when the temperature is 80°
Many people chose to spend their Christmas at one of the country's top-rated beaches. Clearwater Beach was crowded, and many visitors were from out of town.
Metropolitan Ministries makes Christmas brighter for thousands
Families, who might otherwise go without, enjoy a special Christmas at Metropolitan Ministries.
California dog at shelter for over 5 years adopted in time for Christmas
Seamus the pitbull has found a forever home, just in time for Christmas.
What's at the movies Christmas Day
Heading to the theater is a holiday tradition for many families on Christmas, whether it’s to see a heartwarming piece of art or just to get a break from your relatives. Here are some films to check out this season.
Vietnam veteran given gift of snow in Tampa after being told this Christmas would be his last
Albert Septien was told his cancer, likely due to Agent Orange exposure, would make this Christmas his last, so his cousin granted his one wish: snow.
Trumps wish Americans 'Merry Christmas'
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are wishing Americans a Merry Christmas as they celebrate the holiday with their family in Florida.
JFK letter promising Santa safe during Cold War on display
Former President John F. Kennedy's letter reassuring a young girl that Santa was safe during the Cold War is being featured this month in Boston.